Accounts Senior

Location Northallerton
Discipline: Public Practice
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Laura

Contact email: laura@sirecruitment.com
Job ref: 23726
Published: 22 days ago

​Accounts Senior

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Location: Northallerton

An established and growing accountancy practice is looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Senior to join its friendly and professional team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with a varied client portfolio and is looking to further their career within a supportive environment that offers genuine development opportunities.

The successful candidate will take ownership of a range of accounting assignments, build strong client relationships and support the development of junior members of the team.

The Role

  • Prepare statutory accounts for a diverse portfolio of clients across a variety of sectors.

  • Produce corporation tax computations, VAT returns and other statutory submissions.

  • Manage day-to-day relationships with clients, providing a professional and responsive service.

  • Ensure assignments are completed accurately, efficiently and within agreed deadlines.

  • Review the work of junior team members, offering guidance, coaching and technical support.

  • Assist with improving internal processes and identifying opportunities to increase efficiency.

  • Maintain accurate client records and ensure compliance with current accounting standards and regulations.

  • Work closely with colleagues across the practice to deliver a high-quality service.

About You

  • ACA, ACCA or AAT qualified, or currently studying towards a recognised accountancy qualification.

  • Previous experience working within an accountancy practice is essential.

  • Confident preparing accounts for a range of owner-managed businesses and SMEs.

  • Strong working knowledge of accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.

  • A proactive approach with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

  • Excellent communication skills and the confidence to build lasting client relationships.

  • Previous experience mentoring or supporting junior colleagues would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

  • Company pension scheme.

  • Generous annual leave entitlement with additional holiday purchase options.

  • Enhanced family-friendly policies and company sick pay.

  • Life assurance.

  • Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential wellbeing support.

  • Access to a flexible benefits platform, including options such as health cash plans, dental cover, cycle-to-work scheme and other voluntary benefits.

  • Ongoing training, professional development and clear opportunities for career progression.

  • A supportive and collaborative team environment where your contribution is recognised and valued.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Accounts Senior looking to join a progressive practice that offers varied work, long-term career development and the chance to work closely with an interesting and diverse client base.